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Since 1919, The Carolinian has functioned as a weekly newspaper that distributes each Wednesday during the traditional academic year. The all-student content reflects the diversity of the 20,000+ students of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. You can find us all over the UNCG campus and off campus in select locations on Tate and Spring Garden Street in Greensboro, NC. The Carolinian is a teaching newspaper that is organized and produced by students of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. It is our objective to teach young writers journalistic skills, while emphasizing the importance of honesty and integrity in campus media.
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Examining Emily Henry’s Most Popular Novel, Happy Place 

Karis Hudgins (Image from Emily Henry’s ‘Happy Place’ Show Is Getting The ‘Bridgerton’ Treatment)  Emily Henry has undeniably earned the title of the queen of modern romance novels, particularly gaining the most popularity with her longest book, Happy Place. This novel centers around ex-fiancés, Harriet and Wyn, who decide to act as if they are still together for the sake of their friends during the … Continue reading Examining Emily Henry’s Most Popular Novel, Happy Place 

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UNCG Volleyball Takes Down Samford! 

Sergio Guerra, Photographer/Sports Editor UNCG Volleyball had a busy weekend at home where they were faced with the challenging visits of Mercer and Samford. Two teams with an impressive SoCon record with no signs of wanting to lose momentum.  The first challenge came on Oct. 18, when the Spartans had to take down Mercer, a team who had only suffered one defeat going into this … Continue reading UNCG Volleyball Takes Down Samford! 

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Early Voting for the General Election Has Started

Imani Tailley, News Writer Election Day is on Nov. 5, 2024, and with it many major choices will be made. These decisions will impact you, the people you know, and the world around us for years. There are many ways to make sure your opinions and feelings are heard this election season; one of those ways is through early voting. 46 states in the United States … Continue reading Early Voting for the General Election Has Started

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Terrifier 3 is a visual delight – but not much else

Ginny Weaver This spooky season, iconic villain Art the Clown tries to get into the Christmas spirit but slips on a blood-soaked banana peel in the writer’s room. Damien Leone’s Terrifier 3 self-consciously erects itself as part of the lineage of classic slashers, yet the dominance of its influences disembowels the film and jeopardizes the future of its franchise.  As the third entry in an … Continue reading Terrifier 3 is a visual delight – but not much else

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Booktok is Not Ruining the Reading Experience

Karis Hudgins You’ve probably walked into a Barnes & Noble and seen the brightly lit section labeled “BookTok” displaying books by authors such as Colleen Hoover, Emily Henry, and Sarah J. Mass. But what is BookTok? BookTok is the term used to describe a community on TikTok that revolves around reading books. Despite it’s growing popularity, critics often voice concern that BookTok has “ruined the … Continue reading Booktok is Not Ruining the Reading Experience

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A New Start for Summer Ranson

Crystal Thompson, Features Editor About a month ago, The Carolinian featured a story about Foster Forward, a UNCG organization aiming to provide a system of support for students who’ve aged out of foster care. Summer Ranson is the vice president and has a unique, complex experience. She was fortunate enough to not age out but was still part of the system. “I intended to age … Continue reading A New Start for Summer Ranson

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One Direction Star: Liam Payne Dead at 31 

Bronwen K Bradshaw, Arts & Entertainment Editor  (Image from USA Today)  31-year-old English singer-songwriter Liam Payne died Wednesday, Oct. 16, after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he was staying with his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy. Police say they discovered Payne after receiving a distressing call from the hotel staff.  According to CNN’s report on the matter, in the … Continue reading One Direction Star: Liam Payne Dead at 31 

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UNCG Women’s Soccer Shuts Out Wofford on Senior Day 

Brandon Vestri, Senior Staff Writer  On Sunday, Oct. 6, UNCG’s Spartans faced off against the Wofford Bulldogs at home. Coming off a big shutout win against Chattanooga last time out, and with the day being Senior Sunday, anticipation was high for the Spartans.   Before the game, players, coaches, and the crowd stood together in a brief and meaningful moment of silence in honor of the … Continue reading UNCG Women’s Soccer Shuts Out Wofford on Senior Day 

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One Way Traffic for Visitors on Homecoming Weekend 

Sergio Guerra, Sports Editor/Photographer UNCG Women’s Volleyball faced Wofford on Oct. 4 to kick off Homecoming weekend. The match honored UNCG Volleyball alumni and had an attendance of 802. A victory was surely in the mind of all UNCG students, alumni, and players, but the game did not go as planned: UNCG failed to find their footing throughout the whole match. It was a commanding … Continue reading One Way Traffic for Visitors on Homecoming Weekend 

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No Freedom in Free Speech

by Lauren Fletcher As much as universities may encourage the right to expression, not all campuses are as welcoming to free speech as they often portray. One aspect of higher education I’ve always considered is the desire to be challenged and to learn beyond what you believe. With political polarization at its highest, freedom of speech and expression on college campuses falls under a microscope. … Continue reading No Freedom in Free Speech

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